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Technical - Harsh 1-2 and 3-2 Shifts (Reprogram PCM)

Subject:Harsh 1-2 and 3-2 Shifts (Reprogram PCM)

Models:1999 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models (Silverado and Sierra)
with 4.8 L or 5.3 L Engine (VINs V, T -- RPOs LR4, LM7)
and Hydra-Matic 4L60-E Transmission (RPO M30)



Condition

Some customers may comment about a harsh 1-2 upshift during acceleration at light to moderate throttle opening. It is characterized by a "Bump" at the end of the shift. A similar condition may exist during a "Power-on" 3-2 downshift.

Cause

Condition may be caused by insufficient line pressure to complete the shift caused by component variation.

Correction

Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the calibrations listed in this bulletin.

Parts Information

Engine and Transmission

New Calibration Number

Previous Calibration Number

Axle

Application

4.8 L/4L60-E

16264156

16264165

3.42

C100

4.8 L/4L60-E

16264177

16264167

3.73

CK100

4.8 L/4L60-E

16264210

16264243

4.10

K100

5.3 L/4L60-E

16264211

16264244

3.42

C100/200

5.3 L/4L60-E

16264212

16264245

3.73

C100/200, K100

5.3 L/4L60-E

16264223

16264246

4.10

C200, K100

The calibrations listed are electronic calibrations and are NOT available from GMSPO. Calibrations will be available from Techline starting April 1999, on the 1999 Disk 10 CD ROM.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Labor Description

Labor Time

J6355

PROM Reprogramming

Use Published Labor Time